
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Altura Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (68 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Altura area of San Jose.


Bascom Holiday Apartments

Park Avenue Apartments

939 Villa Ave

1690 Davis St

1095 Frankfurt Ave

985 Vermont St

808 Morrison Ave

836 Emory St

1032 Vermont St
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1786 The Alameda

856 Emory St

1090 Myrtle St

984 Elm St

1017 Chestnut St

1021-1031 Vermont St

Palm Apartments

1868 Davis St

999 Dana Ave

1878 Park Ave
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1066 Sherwood Ave

Vintage Mansion

Myrtle

1824 Davis St

1895 The Alameda

1812 Park Ave

Hallmark Apartments

1133 Newhall St

1011 Vermont St

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Gum Tree Apartments

917 Chestnut St

1012 Elm St

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1055 Vermont

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Normandy Park

The Benton

495 Alviso St

1295 Manchester Dr

1145 Manchester Dr

786-798 Main St

HomeSafe Santa Clara

1390 Jonathan St
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Altura, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altura?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altura Studio Apartments | $3,126 | $2,857 | $3,685 |
| Altura 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,903 | $2,350 | $4,632 |
| Altura 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,728 | $2,695 | $6,285 |
| Altura 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,355 | $6,212 | $6,485 |
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There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Altura Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Altura Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Altura area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bascom Holiday Apartments priced from $2,350. Orlo and Alba has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,510. Here are the most affordable Altura apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | 1/1 US | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Orlo and Alba | Orlo Studio S3 | Studio,1BA | $3,510 |
| Alba | Alba One Bedroom A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,915 |
| The Benton | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4,035 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altura, CA
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altura area is the $5.32 price per square foot Plan 1B Model at The Benton in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,035. The second greatest value Altura apartment is the Alba One Bedroom A1 Model at Alba starting at $4,170 with a $5.78 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altura apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Benton | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $5.32 |
| Alba | Alba One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.78 |
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | 1/1 US | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Orlo and Alba | Orlo Studio S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Altura Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Altura?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Altura is at Orlo and Alba listed at $3,510.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Altura Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Altura Apartment is $2,350 at Bascom Holiday Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Altura Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Altura is starting from $2,695 at Bascom Holiday Apartments.
What is the most affordable Altura Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Altura Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alba and starts from $6,212.
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